Strategic Purchasing Analyst: Cost Reduction & RFQ

Advantage Technical; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and pet 보험

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

People Perks Program

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to support procurement, supplier management, and cost-reduction initiatives in a fast-paced environment. You will manage RFQs, evaluate quotes, and assist with sourcing strategies, contract administration, and supplier performance.

Collaboration with engineering, finance, and quality teams is essential to meet business goals. The role offers full-time contract work with competitive hourly pay, opportunities to impact

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience
• Experience with RFQ management, supplier negotiations, and cost analysis
• Strong analytical, Excel, data reporting, and problem-solving skills
• Automotive industry experience preferred
• Experience supporting OEM, wholesale, or manufacturing environments is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams

Responsibilities

• Manage RFQs (Requests for Quotation), analyze supplier pricing, and negotiate costs
• Evaluate supplier quotes against market benchmarks and cost targets
• Support sourcing strategies, supplier performance, and contract administration
• Conduct market research on raw materials, components, and industry pricing trends
• Maintain supplier databases, pricing records, and procurement documentation
• Partner with Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Quality teams to support business goals
• Resolve billing discrepancies, manage purchase orders, and track open orders
• Drive annual cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

RFQ management

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

Analytical skills

Excel

Data reporting

Communication with suppliers

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

MRP

Job description

Advantage Technical in Fountain Valley, CA is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to support procurement, supplier management, and cost-reduction initiatives in a fast-paced environment. You will manage RFQs, evaluate quotes, and assist with sourcing strategies, contract administration, and supplier performance.

Collaboration with engineering, finance, and quality teams is essential to meet business goals. The role offers full-time contract work with competitive hourly pay, opportunities to impact